In addition to being the oldest university in Poland, Jagiellonian University is also the second oldest university in Central Europe and one of the oldest universities in the world.

In 2006, The Times Higher Education Supplement ranked Jagiellonian University as Poland's top university.

Live in Krakow, a lively and beautiful city at the center of Polish academic, cultural, and artistic life

This program is part of a consortium agreement. Students interested in this program should apply through the usual OU process. Ideally, students should start meeting with a study abroad advisor by February 1st of 2015 for a Fall 2015 or Spring 2016 semester.

Program Requirements

2.5 Combined Retained GPA

Passport (valid through six months after return from study abroad)

1 recommendation letter from any OU professor

Host University Application

Residence Permit

Academics
The following English-taught subject areas are open to exchange students: Polish Studies, International Relations, Area Studies, History, Sociology, Geography, and Humanities. Unfortunately, the following areas of study are not available to exchange students: Medicine, Public Health, and Law. Click here to search for courses.

Money Matters
Since this program is a University Exchange program you will pay OU tuition/fees and insurance to the OU Bursar and housing/meals/living expenses to Jagiellonian University.
Use this Jagiellonian University Budget Estimate to help you plan for study abroad and compare programs!

Scholarships
There are number of scholarships available for study abroad students. Below is a partial list to get you started!

Boren Award for International Study - nationally competitive award for study in an underrepresented destination. This scholarship has one application each year due in February so apply early for spring programs!

Housing
Exchange students can apply for university dormitories through the International Students Office. Shared (double) room are available in a student dormitory, however student housing is limited and not guaranteed. In the event that student housing is not available, there is a university-supported network to help students located and rent private accommodation.

Get Started
Start by attending a Study Abroad 101 information session to learn the basics about study abroad as well as your next steps. Then, schedule an appointment with the study abroad adviser for Poland to move on to Phase 2!